How To Fix AH719 - Final billing has already been performed for contract &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AH - IS-U billing (master data)

• Message number: 719

• Message text: Final billing has already been performed for contract &1

What causes this issue?

You have tried to bill the order &v1&. This is not possible as a
move-out has already been entered and finally billed for the order.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH719 - Final billing has already been performed for contract &1 ?

  The SAP error message AH719 indicates that a final billing has already been performed for a specific contract. This typically occurs in the context of contract management or billing processes within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) or SAP PS (Project System).
  Cause:
  The error message AH719 is triggered when you attempt to perform an action (such as creating a new billing document) on a contract that has already been finalized. This means that the billing process for that contract has been completed, and no further billing actions can be taken.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Status: Verify the status of the contract in question. If it has been finalized, you will not be able to perform additional billing actions.
  
  
  Review Billing Documents: Look for any existing billing documents related to the contract. Ensure that all necessary billing has been completed and that there are no outstanding items.
  
  
  Reopen Contract (if applicable): If you need to make changes or perform additional billing, you may need to reopen the contract. This typically requires specific authorizations and may involve reversing the final billing process, depending on your organization's policies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines regarding final billing and contract management to understand the implications of reopening a finalized contract.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the contract needs to be adjusted, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in contract management.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA03 (Display Sales Order), VF03 (Display Billing Document), or CJ20N (Project Builder) to review the contract and billing documents.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify contracts and billing documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error AH719 for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message AH719 and understand the implications of final billing in your SAP environment.